JAWS - Screen Reading Software

A screen shot of the JAWS software running on a Windows computer.

JAWS (Job Access With Speech) by Freedom Scientific is a powerful and widely trusted screen-reader for Windows, designed to give blind and low-vision users full access to computers at work, school, and home. It provides fast, responsive speech and braille output, supports today’s most commonly used applications, and delivers a smooth, customizable experience for both new and advanced users. JAWS makes navigation efficient, enhances productivity, and ensures that individuals can independently access documents, email, web content, and specialized software with confidence.

Manufacturer: Freedom Scientific

JAWS Software Features

  • Flexible Speech & Braille Output supporting multiple displays and speech synthesizers
  • Smart Navigation Tools like Quick Keys and Smart Navigation for fast reading of web pages and structured content
  • Powerful Scripting Support for customizing JAWS to work with unique software environments
  • OCR (Optical Character Recognition) built in, allowing users to read otherwise inaccessible PDFs and images
  • Convenient Research & Productivity Tools including JAWS Tandem, Speech History, Skim Reading, and more